Title: The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley Apartment in Arroyo Seco with balcony and fireplace ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106770000/106761900/106761810/edb17cdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106770000/106761900/106761810/e9dd5e09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106770000/106761900/106761810/9829b9d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106770000/106761900/106761810/e3a0c562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106770000/106761900/106761810/40ba4f8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled at the base of Taos Ski Valley, Cactus Studio offers a tranquil retreat with a Southwestern flair. Enjoy high-speed internet, streaming on the TV with included subscriptions like Hulu and Netflix, an espresso machine in your private kitchenette. Relax by the wood-burning fireplace or unwind outside on your private balcony featuring outdoor bistro seating and enchanting views of Rio Hondo River Valley. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bathroom500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Parking available - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley Nestled in a quiet community at the mouth of the canyon to Taos Ski Valley (15min), the Cactus Studio is perfectly located for those interested in exploring all the area has to offer, from enchanting mountain scenery to the world-renowned culture, food, and art of Taos (20min) or Arroyo Seco (5min). The studio is one of three located together on a uniquely designed property that showcases a classic southwestern adobe style. Please reach out via your booking app for the fastest response. Email is also available. The studio is located in a quiet, rural community at the base of the canyon to Taos Ski Valley. 4-wheel-drive is recommended to access the property via dirt road. Snow tires are additionally recommended in winter. The property has a keypad lock that allows you to come and go without having to worry about keys. Each guest is provided a unique code during their stay for enhanced security. Please note that the front door access is shared between this studio and two others. Guests from all three studios have front door access, but only you have access to your private studio. The interior embodies the Southwest. Saltia tiling, traditional viga beams, and locally inspired art are warm and inviting. High-speed internet, a streaming/casting compatible TV (Hulu, Netflix, Max, Disney+ subscriptions all included), keyless smart locks, espresso machine, kitchenette, private bathroom, and free parking are included. A private balcony features outdoor bistro seating and stunning views of the Rio Hondo River Valley below. The balcony also includes outdoor lighting and offers stunning star gazing from the comfort of an outdoor daybed (available Apr - Oct). A glass sliding door connects the balcony to the studio and includes a screen door for airflow on cool summer nights. Inside the studio you can relax on a beautiful leather couch in front of the wood-burning fireplace. The queen size memory foam mattress is topped with down pillows and premium sheets. The kitchenette area has a mini fridge, air fryer, basic dish-ware, coffeemaker, and electric kettle. Coffee and basic spices are supplied. Note that the kitchenette does not include a cooktop, although the tabletop oven/airfryer can be used for some food prep. Wood and firestarter are provided year-round for the wood-burning stove. Please note that there is no AC. From road 150 headed towards the canyon turn (sharply) left onto road 230. Follow 230 until you see the 'Hacienda del Valdez' sign on your right. This is a dirt road and 4-wheel drive is required. Follow the road up the hill. The condo building is on your right (the 3-tiered building). Park in front of or to the right of the building and follow the middle red staircase to Unit 10. Your studio is one of the three located inside. Cell service is poor at the property. Please save your door code and WiFi information offline before arriving to ensure smooth check-in. Also please note that there is no AC. You may experience ongoing repairs on the outdoor staircase of the unit. These are conducted by the HOA - please use caution on the stairs. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101420000/101411100/101411067/495dd8cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ristra Studio - 15min to Ski Valley Valdez - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=101411067&PinnedHotelID=101411067&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106770000/106761900/106761814/9d851573.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sol Studio - 15min to Ski Valley Valdez - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=106761814&PinnedHotelID=106761814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33703900/33703868/6e76a6c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Come stay with us at La Posada de Taos ! 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No smoking, pets, parties, or events. Ensure the unit is locked each time you leave by pressing the 'Yale' button at the top of the keypad. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number STR-2023-9621 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as f03c41cf-fb75-4e37-bef8-fac7367304e5 ## About the area Located in Arroyo Seco, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Taos Ski Valley and Al's Run Ski Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kakawa Chocolate House and Twirl Toystore and Playspace. [Visit our Arroyo Seco travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arroyo-Seco.dx74919) [View more Apartments in Arroyo Seco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arroyo-Seco-Apartments.d74919-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=36.54001,-105.558495&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:cr%60%7EEp%7BgcS%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40S%3FQ%40S%40Q%40S%40SBQ%40S%40SBQBSBSBQBQDSBQDQDQBQDSDOFQDOFSDOFQFQFOFOFOFOHQHMFOHOHOHMHOHMHMJMHOJKHMLKHKJMJKLMJKJIJKLIJKLILILIJILILGLGLILGNGLELGLENELENELENELENCNCLCNANCNALCNANANAN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40NBLBNBNDLDNDLDNDLDLDLFNDLFLFLHLFLHLFLHLHJHLHLJJHLJJHJJJLJJJLJJJJJLHJJNHLHLHLJNHNHLFNHNFLHPFNFNFNHNDPFPFNDRFNDPDNDRDPBPDPDPBRBPBPBRBRBPBR%40R%40P%40RBR%3FP%40R%40P%3FR%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FRAP%3FRARAR%3FPCRARAPARCPCRCPCRCRCPCREPEPCPEPEPEPEPGNEPGPGPENIPGNGNGNIPGLINGLININKLINILILKLIJKLKLKJKLKJKJKJKJMJKHMJMHKHMHMFMHMHMFMHMFMDOFMFMDMDODMDODMDODOBM%40ODO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOAMCOAOCOAMEOAOCMEOEMEOEMEOEMEMGMGOEMGMIMGMGMKKGMIMIMIKKMIKKKKKKMKKKKMIKMMIKKMIMKMIMIOIMIMIOIOGOIMIQGOGOGOGQGOGQEQGQEOGQEQEQCQEQEQCQESCQCSCSCQCSAQASCQASASAQAS%3FSAS%3FQ%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kBqjGdoAplU5GP7u74VxMG5n8YA=) Valdez, NM ### What's nearby - Taos Mountain Casino - 22 min drive - 12.4 miles - Taos Plaza - 23 min drive - 13.3 miles - Kit Carson Park - 23 min drive - 13.1 miles - Taos Pueblo - 25 min drive - 13.6 miles - Rio Grande Gorge Bridge - 27 min drive - 17.5 miles ### Getting around - Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) - 17 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Midtown Market and Lounge - ‬13 min drive - ‪Pizanos - ‬13 min drive - ‪Taos Cow - ‬5 min drive - ‪Toribios - ‬13 min drive - ‪Golden Piñon - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley located? > Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is steps from Carson National Forest and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Rottenstone Pottery. Manzanita Canyon Trailhead and KTAOS Solar Center are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Cactus Studio - 15min to Ski Valley Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlos A. 31 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taos Holiday Fantastic property, great location and Tyler is a great host! ##### Carlos A. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### J Norris P. 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy Studio We stayed a couple of night at this property and really enjoyed ourselves. The bed and couch are quite comfortable and it was nice to have all of the streaming services provided on the TV and Wi-Fi available. If you want to do cooking, there is only an air fryer. But that is clear in the description, so it was not a surprise. Overall, it was a great experience. We would stay again and recommend to others. ##### J Norris P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan M. 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great, efficient Studio Clean, efficient studio in Valdez. Tyler gave all the directions to check-in, for my stay and check-out. Close to Taos Ski Valley & Arroyo Seco. ##### Ryan M. 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